Morning rounds can be fun sometimes…you never know what diagnostic conundrums and eponymous challenges you will face.
The Candiru
October 25, 2009 By 1 Comment
30 ways to shock yourself
April 24, 2009 By 2 Comments
My ‘favourite’ ways from Elektroschutz in Bildern (1931) – the definitive collection of early 20th century German methods of accidental electrocution… Thanks to Bre Pettis for the images (via @bendgoldacre and kottke.org)
Joe Bell’s Lesson Revisited
April 22, 2009 By 3 Comments
Not only doctors stand to benefit from Joseph Bell’s valuable lesson on the art of observation. The general public (i.e. prospective patients…) would also do well to take heed. For instance, I came across an unfortunate triage note recently. Paraphrased, it read: “51 year-old female feeling nauseated after drinking an unknown substance from her refrigerator. [...]
Smith, Bell, and the Art of Observation
March 17, 2009 By 2 Comments
Sir Sydney Smith relates the ultimate lesson in the art of observation by Joseph Bell, the inspiration for Sherlock Holmes and forensic science
